Chapter 33 New Year Rewards
"Greetings, Your Majesty." Lu Xiaofeng, Li Xunhuan, Ximen, Hua Manlou and others also stepped forward to salute. After all, they were just commoners and citizens of the Ming Dynasty, so they were very respectful when they saw the emperor.
"Qiao Feng, Jiang Yuyan, meet your majesty." Qiao Feng and Yuyan did the same.
"Hello, Emperor." Su Yu just bowed slightly. This was also natural in the eyes of others. For someone like him, being able to do this was already a great honor.
"Are you the emperor?" Ah Qing looked at Zhu Houzhao curiously. It was a bit strange that it seemed different from the rumors. He looked like an ordinary person.
At this time, Yu Huatian stepped forward and whispered to Zhu Houzhao about Ah Qing's identity.
"Haha, Emperor, you don't have to be polite, and you don't have to be polite. I am incognito today and I am here to wish you all a happy new year." Zhu Houzhao said with a smile.
"Please." Su Yu said.
Then Zhu Houzhao followed Su Yu and walked into the manor in front. Qiao Feng and others followed one step behind, and Hua Manlou and Lu Xiaofeng and others helped Yu Huatian and others take down the gifts in the carriage.
"Speaking of which, I haven't thanked the emperor yet. I like this manor very much." Su Yu said as he walked.
"Your Majesty, you are too polite. This is what my Ming Dynasty should do. Besides, if it weren't for your suggestion, the empress dowager wouldn't have been rescued so quickly." Zhu Houzhao said.
"Your Majesty?" Su Yu wanted to laugh when he heard Zhu Houzhao call him that, but he also understood that this was the last reserve of an emperor. After all, anyone can call the emperor, but it would be a bit strange if it came from the emperor's mouth.
"Well, I am in the Ming Dynasty now, so I won't watch the foreign race succeed, but the secrets in it must be known to the emperor himself." Su Yu said.
Zhu Houzhao smiled helplessly after hearing this, and then said.
"Sure enough, I can't hide it from you. Alas, I am helpless. The late emperor asked me to treat the royal family well, so since I ascended the throne, I have been forbearing, hoping that he can let go of his obsession."
"Well, you weigh it yourself, but sometimes you can't be soft-hearted and let others endanger the safety of the country and the people. This is the most basic bottom line of an emperor." Su Yu said. He naturally knew that Zhu Houzhao was not afraid of Zhu Wushi at all. After all, there was a person like Zheng He hidden in the palace. Any problem would be solved as long as he took action.
"Your Majesty is right. I'll remember it." Zhu Houzhao said hurriedly.
The two walked and talked. Zhu Houzhao listened to Su Yu's teachings carefully like a student. This shocked Yun Luo, who was following behind them. The emperor brother was so humble, and he was even more curious about Su Yu.
After a while, everyone came to the yard where various cakes and drinks were already set.
Yun Luo was about to sit down when Zhu Houzhao's voice came.
"Yun Luo, why don't you kneel down?"
Yun Luo lowered his head and knelt on the ground when he heard it.
"Huh?"
Su Yu and the others were a little puzzled, not knowing what the emperor meant.
"Why don't you apologize to Miss A Qing quickly." Zhu Houzhao said.
"Ah, apologize to me, why?" A Qing next to Su Yu said in surprise.
"I'm sorry." Yun Luo said in a low voice.
Then Zhu Houzhao briefly recounted what happened on the street a few days ago.
"Oh, it seems that there is such a thing." Ah Qing also recalled.
"Haha, children are playing, the emperor does not need to care." Su Yu smiled and said. It was not a big deal, Ah Qing herself did not care.
Only then did Zhu Houzhao and Yun Luo breathe a sigh of relief.
Then, the little girl took Princess Yun Luo and took her out to play.
The Ming Dynasty in this world is actually very different from the Ming Dynasty in history. Zhu Houzhao is not a tyrant, but a very diligent and good emperor. In this world, Su Yu's favor for the Ming Dynasty is actually higher than that of the Song Dynasty, and of course the Qin Dynasty.
Zhu Houzhao and his friends stayed in Yuhuangzhuang for a whole day. Su Yu asked people to kill sheep and cattle, and everyone was very happy. During this period, Ah Fei also competed with Yu Huatian. Although he lost in the end, it can be seen that he has made great progress.
"Your Majesty, I have gained a lot today. I have written down everything you said. Thank you." Zhu Houzhao said to Su Yu before leaving.
"It's not easy to be an emperor. The responsibility on your shoulders is very heavy. You must always remember to be prepared for danger in times of peace and treat the people well. Only then will the dynasty's fortune last long." Su Yu nodded.
"Yes, I'll take my leave." Zhu Houzhao bowed.
"Ah Qing, remember to come to the palace to play with me." Yun Luo reluctantly said goodbye to Ah Qing before leaving. The two little girls are now good friends who can talk about anything.
"Okay, I'll go if I want to." Ah Qing also replied.
Watching the emperor and his entourage leave, Qiao Feng sighed.
"I didn't expect the emperor to be so approachable."
"Yes, it's easier to get along with than expected." Lu Xiaofeng also said.
Su Yu smiled but said nothing. They saw this side of the emperor because of their existence, and they naturally couldn't see the emperor's cold-bloodedness now.
"Next, no matter who comes to visit, I will never see them." Su Yu said, and then turned and left.
"Uh... what does the emperor mean?" Qiao Feng asked in confusion.
"Hehe, Brother Qiao, the emperor is coming here, do you think you can hide it from those forces? Just wait and see, it's going to be lively here soon." Lu Xiaofeng said with a smile.
As expected by Su Yu, from the second day on, there was an endless stream of people visiting the manor, from princes and ministers to wealthy merchants and knights. There was a constant stream of people outside the manor every day. Even though Lu Xiaofeng and others had told Su Yu that they would not see anyone, people still lined up to visit the manor every day, and then bowed respectfully and left after presenting gifts.
"Oh my god, I'm so tired. Why are these bastards coming all the time?" Lu Xiaofeng said as he collapsed next to the pile of gifts at night.
"We still underestimated the influence of the emperor." Qiao Feng, who also looked tired, took over. Now he would rather fight with others than face those visitors again.
"Tsk tsk, this Zhu Wusi is so generous. Look, he gave the most gifts." Jiang Yuyan, who was looking at the gift book, said.
"Zhu Wusi? When Shangguan Haitang came, he said that he wanted to meet the emperor in person, but I refused. This guy is not a good thing." Lu Xiaofeng said with a pout.
In the end, Zhu Houzhao stepped in and ordered troops to block the imperial manor for several miles. Only then did they stop. Otherwise, Su Yu and his friends would not be able to have a good year.
On New Year's Eve, the manor was decorated with lights and firecrackers.
"Haha, it's fun." Ah Qing was holding incense in her hand and setting off firecrackers in the yard, very happy.
Everyone was very happy. Since following Su Yu, everyone has established a deep relationship. Now they spend the New Year together like a family. Everyone is busy preparing for the New Year.
"Ding."
"The New Year gift package has been distributed. Please check it out." Su Yu, who was watching everyone busy, suddenly received a prompt from the system.
"Gift package?" Su Yu was overjoyed.
"I'll go back to the house." Then Su Yu couldn't wait to return to the house.
"Open the gift package."
Su Yu shouted as soon as he entered the door.
"Ding, open the New Year gift package."
"Congratulations to the host for obtaining Blood Bodhi*10 and the Taichu Sutra of Yuanshen cultivation method." The system said.
"Xue Puti, Taichu Sutra." Su Yu was surprised. He naturally knew the former, which was a magical medicine for improving power. As for the Taichu Sutra, he didn't know.
Then Su Yu waved his hand, and ten blood-red fruits with red light appeared in front of him.
"Huh? This thing is useless to me."
Su Yu checked the blood bodhi. This thing can only be eaten by one person. After eating one, the power will be increased by thirty to sixty years according to each person's qualifications. It's a pity that it is ineffective for land immortals.
"Not bad, I can give it to Qiao Feng and others." Su Yu said secretly. Then he put the blood bodhi back into the space ring. He took out the practice method again, Taichu Sutra.
"Taichu Sutra, a god-level practice method for cultivating the primordial spirit. The primordial spirit can enter the heavenly man after cultivation. This practice method requires the host to enter by himself. After entering, it can be upgraded by using the system mechanism." After opening the Taichu Sutra, the introduction of this practice method appeared in Su Yu's mind.
"Do you want to practice by yourself?" Su Yu said secretly. Then he opened it and started watching.
"Regulate your breath and concentrate your mind, concentrate your mind and regulate your breath. Calm your mind and focus on your abdomen, and the initial qi will be in the field. Spinning together, creating your own destiny..."
Su Yu quickly entered the state of cultivation, and time passed quickly. It was not until dark that Su Yu finished his cultivation.
"It's really amazing. It's worthy of being a god-level skill. It's obscure and difficult to understand. It seems that it will take some time to slowly comprehend it." Su Yu said secretly.
"Emperor, you finally came out." Pushing open the door, Su Yu found that Jiang Yuyan had been waiting outside the door.
"Sorry, I just had some insights and practiced for a while." Su Yu said.
"Well, we are all waiting for you." Jiang Yuyan said.
The table was already full of delicious food, and in the middle was a whole roasted lamb.
"Haha, sorry, I kept you waiting for a long time." Su Yu said as soon as he came in. At this time, he was in a particularly good mood, and he was one step closer to the heavenly realm.
"Happy New Year, yeah..." Ah Qing cheered quickly.
Everyone was very happy, and a large group of people sat together.
"Emperor, I will leave in a few days." Li Xunhuan stood up and said.
"Well, have you decided?" Su Yu asked.
"Yes, Shiyin and I plan to go outside the Great Wall and stay away from the right and wrong of the martial arts world." Li Xunhuan said. He had already retired from the martial arts world before, and this time he returned to the Ming Dynasty only because he had an obsession in his heart, but now he has finally fulfilled his long-cherished wish and can retire from the martial arts world with peace of mind.
"Just think it over. Your temperament is actually not suitable for the martial arts world. Everyone has a different way of living. As long as you feel happy, you should be firm in your choice. Come today and treat it as a practice for you two." Su Yu raised his glass.
Everyone respected Li Xunhuan's choice very much. In fact, Su Yu once asked him to join the Jade Emperor Pavilion, but Li Xunhuan had long been tired of the martial arts world and could not force it.
"Thank you everyone." Li Xunhuan said with a sob.